Ford F-150 hybrid spotted testing in Michigan

India, Jan. 24 -- A partially camouflaged F-150 test mule was spotted in Michigan, and this confirms Ford's intention to introduce the hybrid version by the year 2020.
Ford F-150 hybrid spotted testing in Michigan
The hybrid system has been undergoing tests for quite some time now, however, the plug-in capability of this test mule is now obvious through the charging point on the camouflaged fender. Also, this test car can be seen with a visibly slimmer track when compared to the current F-150. Rumours state that this version may have been designed with narrower axles to keep the weight to a minimum, so that the hybrid powerplant can pull the weight of this truck easily at lower rpms.
Ford F-150 hybrid spotted testing in Michigan
From what our sources heard, it is almost certain that the engine note from this F-150 hybrid test mule was of a four-cylinder engine (instead of a V6). Ford may power this truck with the 2.3-litre 310bhp Ecoboost motor coupled to an electric powerplant. Reports also stated that the test car was able to quickly accelerate in both city and highway conditions.
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Ford F-150 hybrid spotted testing in Michigan